Assembler

Otis • Florence, SC

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assembler assembles pre- and sub-assembly components and electrical systems, performs ground bond testing, and packs completed systems. The role uses hand tools, PIV equipment, blueprints, the Manufacturing Tracking System (MTS), and On Floor Sheets (OFS) to complete work in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and work instructions. Assemblers also work with MTS and Quality to support continuous improvement by resolving product issues, reporting turnbacks, and documenting assembly defects or supplier failures. The position participates in daily toolbox meetings and shop-floor management activities, including Tier 1, QCPC, 5S, and Material Review Board (MRB) activities. The schedule is 1st shift, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with additional days as needed. The position is based at Otis’s Florence, South Carolina location.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic reading, writing, and math ability.
• Basic computer application skills and ability to use product documents to ensure product compliance.
• Effective communication skills to support improvement in defect prevention and learning across products, stations, and cell configurations.
• Ability and willingness to cross-train on multiple product configurations.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds and stand for up to 10 hours a day.
• Minimum experience: 0–1 year in production assembly.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to train others in product configurations to support cross-training and knowledge transfer.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components according to work instructions in MTS and/or OFS.
• Perform ground bond testing and pack completed electrical systems.
• Use PIV equipment for crating and packing requirements.
• Perform basic rework on assemblies to address identified defects and underlying issues.
• Use blueprints, product documents, hand tools, and basic computer applications to ensure product compliance.
• Work with MTS and Quality on product resolution, report turnbacks, and document assembly defects or supplier failures.
• Participate in daily toolbox meetings and shop-floor management activities, including Tier 1, QCPC, 5S, and MRB.
• Participate in required Level I on-the-job training and cross-training on Level II assembly.
• Support continuous improvement, cross-training, and knowledge transfer; train others in product configurations as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned by a supervisor or manager.

Benefits

• Training and resources to build leadership and professional capabilities.
• Employee Scholar Program sponsorship for colleagues pursuing degrees or certification programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED